Consett Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in County Durham, UK
About Consett
"Consett" derives fromCunecsheafod, Cunec's headland - it's on a steep bank above the River Derwent at 900 ft / 270 m elevation, distinctly chilly in winter. It was an insignificant hamlet until the 18th century, then mushroomed with industries based on the local coal, iron ore and limestone. Britain's earliest steel industry was here, specialising in "sharps" such as swords and cutlery until Sheffield captured that trade. In the 20th century its main product was steel plates and girders for construction and ship-building, and its skies were a red haze of iron ore dust and furnace smoke. In the late 20th century British steel became uneconomic, in spite of subsidy, and an entire way of life here collapsed when the steelworks closed.
Where to Eat in Consett
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴The Old Courthouse
Where to Stay in Consett
- 🏨Crown & Crossed Swords
- 🏨Derecroft Glamping
- 🏨Derwent Manor
- 🏨The Old Mill
Consett Travel Guide Sections
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